Tuesday, March 1, 2011

"Árpád Pusztai and Ignacio Chapela have two things in common. They are distinguishedscientists and their careers are in ruins. Both scientists choose to look at the phenomenon ofgenetic engineering. Both made important discoveries. Both of them are suffering the fate ofthose who criticise the powerful vested interests that now dominate big business andscientific research.Statements made by scientists themselves prove that 95% of the research in the area ofgenetic engineering is paid by the industry. Only 5% of the research is independent. The bigdanger for freedom of science and our democracy is evident. Can the public -- we all -- stilltrust our scientists?"